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About GRS

GRS (Global Recycled Standard) is an international standard issued by the Textile Exchange, which certifies products of recycled origin and ensures that production activities meet strict criteria for environmental, social, chemical and traceability. GRS is not only applicable in the textile industry, but also extends to many fields such as packaging, footwear, furniture, accessories, and consumer products related to recycled materials.

The GRS standard was developed with the following objectives:

• Encourage the use of recycled materials globally.
• Ensure supply chain transparency from input materials to final products.
• Reduce negative environmental impact through chemical control, wastewater, and energy consumption.
• Ensure safe, fair and socially responsible working conditions in the production process.

GRS Training Services

1. Training objectives

GRS training aims to equip officers and employees of enterprises with basic knowledge and practical skills on the requirements, processes and benefits of complying with GRS standards. The training content is designed flexibly, suitable for each field and business characteristics.

2. Subjects of training

• The company’s leadership is oriented towards sustainable development.
• Quality management, product development, production and environment departments.
• Dedicated teams for social responsibility and supply chain.
• Employees are directly involved in production activities, quality control and traceability.

3. Training content

• An overview of GRS and related standards (RCS, OCS, GOTS…)
• Requirements on recycled ingredients, product traceability.
• Control of chemicals, wastewater, energy and the working environment.
• The process of evaluating, inspecting and preparing GRS certification documents.
• Building documentation systems, internal controls and risk assessments.
• Prepare for external audits and correct inconsistencies.

GRS Consulting Services

1. Objectives of consultancy

GRS consulting helps businesses build and operate management systems in accordance with the requirements of GRS standards, optimize production processes, reduce costs and increase competitiveness in the export market.

2. Consulting process

• Status survey: Assess the current status of production, supply chain and management system of the enterprise.
• Improvement planning: Propose roadmaps, technical and management solutions to meet GRS requirements.
• Building a document system: Supporting businesses to build processes, forms, instructions, and necessary documents.
• Training and awareness-raising: Organizing in-depth training sessions, on-the-job practice, and skills training for each relevant department.
• Practical application support: Guidance on the implementation and operation of the GRS management system in daily operations.
• Assessment and review: Internal inspection and assessment before registering for certification, detecting and correcting non-conformities.

3. Benefits of consulting services

• Help businesses understand regulations and apply GRS in accordance with international standards.
• Improve the capacity to manage and control product quality.
• Promote green production practices, reduce emissions, and optimize resources.
• Create a competitive advantage when participating in the global supply chain.

GRS Certification Services

1. Certification process

• Certification registration: Enterprises choose an internationally recognized certification organization (CB) to register to participate in the GRS assessment.
• Prepare documents and documents: CB guides businesses to complete the necessary documents for the assessment.
• Preliminary Assessment: Physical inspection at the factory, employee interview, document review, production process comparison with GRS requirements.
• Remediation of non-conformities: Enterprises complete points that do not meet standards based on preliminary assessment reports.
• Formal Assessment: The CB conducts a final assessment, confirming full compliance with the GRS criteria.
• Certification: Qualified enterprises will be granted GRS certification valid for 1-3 years depending on the field and scale.
• Periodic supervision: CB conducts periodic inspections throughout the validity period of the certification to ensure that the enterprise always maintains a standard system.

2. Benefits of achieving GRS certification

• Affirming the prestige and commitment to sustainable development of the enterprise.
• Increasing product value and access to major export markets such as the EU, the US, Japan, etc.
• Trusted by partners, customers and consumers.
• Meet the requirements of many international brands in the global supply chain.
• Contributing to environmental protection and improving corporate social responsibility.

Common GRS Implementation Issues

• Do not understand the technical requirements and management system according to GRS standards.
• Difficulties in traceability of recycled materials and supply chain control.
• Limited resources, human resources or implementation experience.
• Faced with chemical, environmental, and labor control regulations.
• Lack of updated information on changes and supplements of GRS standards.

Solutions to improve GRS conversion efficiency

• Participate in in-depth, up-to-date training courses from reputable experts and certification organizations.
• Cooperate with a consultant with practical experience and understanding of international standards.
• Build an internal management system, assign responsibilities clearly to each department.
• Leverage digital technology to control, store and retrieve supply chain data.
• Proactively update information, new standards and global sustainable development trends.

The successful implementation of the GRS standard brings long-term benefits to businesses, communities and the environment. GRS training, consulting and certification services not only help businesses meet legal requirements and expand the market, but also contribute positively to the roadmap of sustainable development, creating a responsible brand image and pioneering in the modern industry.